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Travel Story: What my love for travel has taught me about taking it easy and living in the moment
Debe Dene is an entrepreneur, budding writer, creative soul, currently living in Los Angeles California (with dreams of living internationally). She loves to explore the world and also has a passion for the fashion and beauty industry. One of her favourite quotes is one by Rose Tremain: Life is not a dress rehearsal, live in…
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Best of the West: 10 Western American destinations that never fail to amaze
To travel Western America really is the stuff that dreams are made of. Whether you hit the road by yourself, or join a tour that includes cherry-picked activities along the way, this singular part of the USA never fails to astound. From soulful cities and neon-tinged desert oases to ancient natural attractions and untouched wilderness…
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Europe’s top architectural wonders (and why they are famous)
Europe is home to the most varied architecture in the world. The long list of UNESCO sites in Europe include impressive historical monuments, seaside towns and ancient castles. Call them attractions, call them man-made structures, they make it to the bucket lists of travellers from all over the world. Come with us as we take…
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Visiting the Caucasus beauties: Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia
Located on the border of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, lies Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia. These countries are nestled in the Caucasus region and promise travellers the opportunity to explore unique architecture, mesmerising history and traditions that go as far back as the 900AD. If you’re looking to travel beyond the usual European classics of…
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Things to see & do in Ohrid, North Macedonia
The Former Yugoslav Republic of North Macedonia is a veritable treasure trove of natural beauty, vibrant cities and fascinating historical sites. It’s a country that has remained unchanged by the passage of modern tourism. Greek, Ottoman, Roman and Mediterranean influences remain a vital part of its culture. Here are a few insider tips on making…
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Reasons we keep falling in love with magical Montenegro
Situated in the Balkans on the Adriatic Sea, Montenegro is a country once part of Yugoslavia, which is slowly regaining its tourism appeal after the tragic civil war. It borders Croatia (Jewel of the Adriatic sea) and Bosnia and Herzegovina to the north, Serbia to the northeast, Kosovo to the east, and Albania to the…
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Travel Guide: Things to see and do in Riga, Latvia
Latvia is situated in Northern Europe, bordered by Estonia, Lithuania, Russia, Belarus and the Baltic Sea. Latvia played a vital role in an ancient trading route used by Vikings to access Greece and other parts of Europe. Latvia also has a long stretch of coastline and a large mass of untouched forest that makes up…
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19 Bucket list travel experiences to tick in 2019
The team at Expat Explore is always looking for fresh, fun and rare travel experiences to add to our travel bucket lists. The best bucket lists consists of adventures and destinations that you find yourself daydreaming about at any given time of the week. And creating a list really is the start of the adventure…
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Travel Story: Escape, explore – all within my budget
Jamie Gearside considers travel the best way to escape from the mundane and stresses of everyday life. This 40-year old Return-to-Work Specialist from Newcastle, Australia joined Expat Explore on a tour to Eastern USA and Canada. “Travelling helps me clear my head, all my troubles disappear and become insignificant when there is a new place…
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Switzerland is one of the best destinations for a winter adventure!
Switzerland and the Swiss Alps offer more outdoor activities than you could ever imagine! Winter in Switzerland equals snow, skiing, night sledding, snowshoeing, steaming warm cheese fondue and so much more! It is one of the top destinations in Europe for outdoor activities in winter. There are many reasons why you should head to Switzerland…